Redford Police searching for missing diabetic man

Redford Police are looking for a 54-year-old township man who went missing Sunday evening.

Lloyd Austin walked away from a group home in the Seven Mile and Inkster Road area at about 7:30 p.m., according to Redford Police Capt. James Turner. He said Austin is a diabetic and may be in need of medication.

The 54-old is described as a thin black male, who was wearing a beige hat, a blue shirt and blue jeans at the time of his disappearance. People who are often in need of additional medical and other care live in adult foster homes or “group homes” as they’re often referred to.

Turner said adult foster homes are licensed by the State of Michigan but usually operated by private businesses.

“People can come and go as they please from the group home,” he added.

Anyone with information about Lloyd Austin should contact Redford Police at 313-387-2555.

A second missing person situation early Sunday morning has been resolved. Redford resident Virlini Martin was reported missing and last seen in Detroit around 1 a.m., Turner said.

Auburn Hills Police located the 77-year-old a few hours later and reunited her with her family. Turner said Martin was uninjured and in good condition.